Canadian Associate Contract: Urban vs Rural

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Hi folks,

Just wanted to see what you (particularly the Canadian ODs) think a fair/average compensation structure is for an associate when it comes to a full scope practice?

In particular, what PERCENTAGE would be fair of gross on all billing fees (government, out of pocket, CL fits, private insurance) generated? 60%? 70%? 80%? There is no compensation on spectacles or physical contact lenses. How much of a difference would you expect for a urban vs rural practice in Alberta?

Thanks for any feedback 🙂